Energy Efficiency in Plumbing & Heating

Plans underway for eco towns

Two more areas of the country have been added to a list of proposals to be made into eco towns, it has been reported.

Retrofits 'need to reach thousands per week'

Thousands of homes across the UK will need to see improvements made to their insulation and energy efficiency every week in order to meet the government's recent commitment, it has been revealed.

Baxi Ecogen 'could reduce bills and emissions'

The new Ecogen combined heat and power (CHP) unit from Baxi - set to be on sale from next month - could help Britons successfully reduce both their energy bills and their home's carbon footprint, it has been claimed.

Pays scheme 'could help with solar panel installation'

More Britons may find themselves in a position where they can afford to invest in solar panels thanks to a new government scheme, one sector commentator has claimed.

Energy efficiency 'the ultimate aim'

While the debate into how best to achieve greener and more sustainable homes is likely to continue for the foreseeable future, one thing people can agree on is that energy efficiency is the ultimate goal, one sector commentator has claimed.

Energy efficiency 'driven by cost'

When it comes to going green, consumers continue to be driven more by cost than the benefits such improvements can have for the environment, new research has found.

Government unveils new green strategy

The government has announced plans to improve energy efficiency and lower the utility bills of more properties in the UK.

Environment for self-builds 'more favourable'

Self-build home projects are proving increasingly popular in the UK, one sector commentator has claimed - which may be due in part to the fact people can integrate environmentally-friendly technology into the new home, such as solar panels.

'Lack of consistency' on carbon emission reporting

When it comes to how businesses report their own carbon emissions, the system suffers from a lack of consistency, it has been claimed.

Will new solar panels be easier to fit?

Solar panel technology may be set to become more popular in the UK thanks to a new government campaign and the technology is now advancing, which could also make it easier to invest in the product.

Home automation 'can cut costs'

Introducing home automation in the UK could see Britons successfully cutting their costs and increasing their property's green credentials, it has been claimed.

Boiler scrappage scheme 'should be applauded'

The new boiler scrappage scheme in England "should be applauded", according to one sector commentator.

Will ground source heat pumps become preferred choice?

Ground source heat pumps may become increasingly popular when it comes to the construction of new properties, exceeding that of biomass boilers, it has been claimed.

Could UK lead in renewable energy?

The UK could become a leader in low carbon technologies - which may include micro-generation appliances such as solar panels and ground source heat pumps - it has been asserted.

Reduced energy bills 'prompt Brits to go green'

The possibility of achieving lower energy bills the main motivational force pushing homeowners to become more energy efficient, one sector commentator has claimed.

Could condensing boiler play role in retrofitting?

The government is already taking action to improve the energy efficiency of existing housing stock, one sector commentator has asserted - and the new boiler scrappage scheme may be seen as part of this agenda.

'More education needed' on benefits of renewable

Further public education is needed in order to raise awareness of the benefits homeowners can expect if they install renewable energy technology in their homes, one sector commentator has asserted.

Solar panels 'a realistic proposition'

Solar panels have become an increasingly realistic option for both homeowners and businesses which wish to do their bit to become more energy efficient, it has been said.

Solar panels could earn homeowners £900

In addition to the money they can save on energy bills, homeowners who invest in solar panels could find they are able to earn £900, it has been revealed.

Why the high street is set to go green

A new government energy scheme may see more shops and offices making moves to go green, which could include investing in energy efficient technology for central heating systems.

What is a G-rated boiler?

Britons keen to take advantage of the UK's new boiler scrappage scheme may be interested to learn what a G-rated boiler is.

Baxi Potterton boilers 'can save money'

Consumers considering upgrading to a new gas boiler have been advised that Baxi Potterton Gold A-rated boilers could see them saving money.

Prince Charles' property 'has biomass boiler'

A property owned by Prince Charles falls in line with his green credentials, thanks to its biomass boiler, it has been reported.

Businesses 'need incentives to go green'

When it comes to becoming more energy efficient, many UK businesses would respond well to incentives, one sector commentator has claimed.

Energy efficiency 'key for consumers'

When buying household appliances, energy efficiency is the top priority for consumers, it has been revealed - which could see people splashing out on making their central heating greener.